This silk inner kimono (dounuki) features a sophisticated interplay of diagonal bands in cream and dark brown, decorated with two distinct pattern types: authentic shibori tie-dye and faux-shibori circle silkscreened imitations that mimic the characteristic ring motifs of this ancient resist-dyeing technique.
The diagonal striping creates a dynamic, modern rhythm across the kimono's surface, while the circular spiral motifs - rendered in warm golden-brown tones against darker grounds - add organic counterpoints to the linear geometry. This design approach reflects the period's fascination with combining traditional craft techniques with contemporary artistic sensibilities. The circles carry deep cultural significance in Japanese aesthetics, often symbolizing completeness, eternity, and the cyclical nature of life. The spiral forms within these circles can represent growth, transformation, and the passage of time.
The textile's sophisticated color palette of cream, deep brown, and golden ochre, combined with its bold geometric patterning, demonstrates how Japanese textile artists of the early-to-mid 20th century successfully integrated modernist design principles while maintaining reverence for traditional dyeing methods.
Measuring 48 inches (122 cm) from sleeve-end to sleeve-end, it stands at a height of 60 inches (152 cm).